Taan (2014)
A powerful Bengali drama shining a light on the exploitation of women in the Sundarbans, directed by Mukul Roy Chowdhury.
Taan - Movie Information
- Original Title: টান
- Release Year: 2014
- Directed by: Mukul Roy Chowdhury
- Type: Movie
- Runtime: 2h 6m
- Original Language: Bengali
- Spoken Languages: Bengali
- Release Date (Theatrical): February 21, 2014 (India)
- Production Countries: India
Taan - Plot
Taan is a women centric film centered on the water prostitutes or Jal Baishya who live in the remote areas of underbans and are abducted and exploited by traffickers living along those ...
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Taan - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Mukul Roy Chowdhury
Main Cast
- Rituparna Sengupta
- Debleena Dutt
- Pamela Singh Bhutoria
- Rajesh Sharma
- Kaushik Sen
- Sudip Mukherjee
- Sumanto Chattopadhyay
- Nondini Chatterjee
- Debdut Ghosh
- Chandan Sen
Writers
- Debasish Bandopadhyay
Producers
- Subrata Das
- Surajit Hari
Taan - FAQs
What is Taan about?
Taan is a women-centric Bengali film that sheds light on the lives of 'Jal Baishya' — water prostitutes living in the remote regions of the Sundarbans. The film depicts how these vulnerable women are abducted and ruthlessly exploited by traffickers operating along the waterways of that isolated region.
Who are the main actors in Taan?
Taan features a strong ensemble cast led by Rituparna Sengupta and Debleena Dutt, alongside Pamela Singh Bhutoria, Rajesh Sharma, Kaushik Sen, Sudip Mukherjee, Sumanto Chattopadhyay, Nondini Chatterjee, Debdut Ghosh, and Chandan Sen.
Is Taan based on a true story?
Taan is not based on a single documented true story, but it is deeply rooted in the real and documented social reality of human trafficking and sexual exploitation in the Sundarbans delta region of India. The film draws on the lived experiences of marginalized women known as Jal Baishya.
When was Taan released?
Taan was released on February 21, 2014, in India. The release date coincided with International Mother Language Day, a significant occasion for Bengali-speaking communities worldwide, lending additional cultural resonance to this Bengali-language film.
Who directed Taan?
Taan was directed by Mukul Roy Chowdhury, an Indian filmmaker known for his socially conscious approach to storytelling. The film was written by Debasish Bandopadhyay and produced by Subrata Das and Surajit Hari.
How long is Taan?
Taan has a runtime of 2 hours and 6 minutes (126 minutes). The film's measured pace allows it to thoughtfully explore the social and emotional dimensions of the lives of the women at the center of its narrative.
What language is Taan in?
Taan is a Bengali-language film. Both the original and spoken language of the film is Bengali, reflecting its cultural roots in the Indian state of West Bengal and its focus on communities living in the Sundarbans region of India.
Where can you stream Taan online?
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